C.P. 1320 Sapphire

The C.P. 1320 Sapphire is a two plus two (2 + 2) seat*, low wing aircraft designed by Claude Piel. Construction materials are wood & fabric. The landing gear may be built as a retractable or fixed tailwheel.

*Two seat, side by side. Plus a rear bench can be added to accommodate an adult (max. 170 lb) or 2 children.

specifications
 
powerplant
propeller
length
height
wing span
wing area
seats
empty weight
 useful load
gross weight
fuel capacity
range		 x
x
 22 ft
 x
 26 ft
 119 sq ft
1
 1190 lbs
x
 2075 lbs
 x
 680 miles

performance

takeoff distance, ground roll
rate of climb
max speed
cruise speed
landing distance, ground roll
 service ceiling		 650 ft
 1900 ft/min
 200 mph
 167 mph
 980 ft
x

limiting and recommended speeds

design manoeuvring speed (Va)
never exceed speed (Vne)
stall, power off (Vsl)
landing approach speed 		158 mph
 62 mph
 211 mph
 81 mph

All specifications are based on manufacturer's calculations